Amaretto Cherries

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4.8

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  • Prep Time

    30 mins

  • Cook Time

    30 mins

  • Total Time

    55 mins

  • Servings

    5 -6 jars

  • Calories

    500 kcal

  • Course

    Condiments

  • Cuisine

    Italian, American

Amaretto Cherries

Amaretto cherries made from scratch, boozy, delicious, and inexpensive. A perfect addition to lots of desserts and even savory dishes.

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Ingredients

Servings
  • 1500 g/ 3.3 lb sweet cherries
  • 300 g/ 10.6 oz/ 1 ½ cups granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons lemon juice
  • 240 ml/ 6.8 fl.oz/ 1 cup Amaretto liqueur
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • ¼ – ½ teaspoon bitter almond flavor Note
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Instructions

  1. Stone the cherries with a cherry pitter. Place them in a large heavy-bottomed pot. Add the sugar, stir gently, and bring to a boil. Cook gently for about 15 to 20 minutes, the liquid should start to look like a light syrup.
  2. Add lemon juice, alcohol, vanilla extract, and bitter almond flavor. Continue cooking for 10 more minutes. Remove the foam.
  3. Divide the cherries between the sterilized jars and cover them completely with the liquid. Seal well and let cool. Keep in a dark cool place and let steep for about 3-4 weeks before serving. Once you open a jar, keep it refrigerated.

Notes

  • Always use to taste, too much can be overpowering. If using bitter almond essence (which is stronger), start with 3-4 drops and only add more (if necessary) after tasting.

Nutrition Information

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Serving 1jar Calories 500kcal (25%) Carbohydrates 106g (35%) Protein 3g (6%) Fat 1g (2%) Sodium 7mg (0%) Fiber 5g (20%) Sugar 97g (194%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 5-6 jars

Amount Per Serving

Calories 500 kcal

% Daily Value*

Serving 1jar
Calories 500kcal 25%
Carbohydrates 106g 35%
Protein 3g 6%
Fat 1g 2%
Sodium 7mg 0%
Fiber 5g 20%
Sugar 97g 194%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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